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Wissahickon Valley Park

  • A tree-lined section of Forbidden Drive in Wissahickon Valley Park with sunlight shining onto the gravel trail beside Wissahickon Creek in Philadelphia.
    Outdoors

    Inside Wissahickon Valley Park: Philadelphia’s 2,000-Acre Hidden Gem 

    June 3, 2026

    As Philadelphians look for ways to escape the city without actually leaving it, Wissahickon Valley Park remains one of the region’s most treasured outdoor destinations,…

  • Samuel Austin House for sale in Chestnut Hill Philadelphia — 1865 Wissahickon schist Italianate mansion with gated entry and hydrangea gardens.
    Residential Real Estate & Development

    House of the Week: Inside a Rare and Storied $2M Chestnut Hill Estate

    May 29, 2026

    Perched at the prestigious corner of Germantown and Chestnut Hill Avenues in Philadelphia’s beloved Chestnut Hill neighborhood, a landmark Italianate-style mansion is up for sale…

  • Couple rides bikes on a trail alongside a river.
    Events

    More than a Dozen Events to Enjoy on the Region’s Circuit Trails Network on Saturday

    April 22, 2026

    Saturday, April 25 is Celebrate Trails Day, an annual, nationwide invitation to get outside and experience the trails that connect our communities. Led regionally by the…

  • scarlet tanager.
    Pennsylvania

    Pennsylvania May Soon Designate a New ‘Migratory Bird’

    April 18, 2026

    Pennsylvania is considering ending its status as the only state without a state bird by designating the scarlet tanager as its official “migratory bird,” writes…

  • A streets in Chestnut Hill.
    Community

    Chestnut Hill Offers Small-Town Charm Without Leaving Philadelphia

    March 24, 2026

    For a fun, family-friendly weekend escape with small-town charm, Chestnut Hill delivers, all without ever leaving Philadelphia, writes Neda Mrakovic for Guessing Headlights. Accessible via…

  • Front of the exterior of a Chestnut Hill estate that has been put on the market.
    Residential Real Estate & Development

    Renovated Chestnut Hill Estate with Marble Baths, Infrared Sauna Listed At $4.25 Million

    February 2, 2026

    A recently renovated home in Chestnut Hill, one of Philadelphia’s most affluent neighborhoods, has hit the market for a whopping $4.25 million, writes Ryan Mulligan…

  • Woman naturalist watching birds with binoculars.
    Outdoors

    Fall Bird Migration Is On, Making Wissahickon Valley Park Prime Bird-Spotting Destination

    October 27, 2025

    Many bird species are moving across Pennsylvania during their fall migration south, making Wissahickon Valley Park in Philadelphia a prime spot for bird watching, writes…

  • Volunteers clean up a park.
    Environment & Outdoors

    How PECO Green Region Grants Help Sustain Wissahickon Valley Park

    September 2, 2025

    For two decades, the PECO Green Region Open Space program, powered in partnership with Natural Lands, has helped transform the region’s parks, trails, and public green spaces.…

  • A couple walking their dog.
    Community

    Chestnut Hill Blends Charm, Fine Dining, and Eclectic Shopping in Scenic Setting

    July 9, 2025

    Chestnut Hill is one of the most scenic neighborhoods in Philadelphia, seamlessly blending charming architecture, fine dining, and eclectic shopping, writes Mary McCarthy for the…

  • Exterior of the recently-closed Cedars House.
    Restaurants & Lodging

    Popular Wissahickon Valley Park Cafe Closes Its Doors

    March 27, 2025

    The Cedars House, a popular cafe in Wissahickon Valley Park, has officially closed its doors permanently, reports Beccah Hendrickson for 6abc. Its last day in…

  • 3226 W Penn St. exterior.
    East Falls, Residential Real Estate & Development

    House of the Week: Charming Cape Cod in East Falls

    March 7, 2025

    A charming cape cod home set on a lovely 6,570-square-foot lot with three bedrooms and two bathrooms is available for sale in East Falls. This…

  • People walking on the new pedestrian bridge near Forbidden Drive at Wissahickon Valley Park.
    Parks and recreation

    Large New Pedestrian Bridge Opens at Wissahickon Valley Park

    December 19, 2024

    A new 200-foot-long pedestrian bridge has opened near Forbidden Drive at Wissahickon Valley Park, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. The new bridge marks the completion…

  • Family on the Boardwalk.
    Outdoors

    Enjoy Family Hiking Trips at These Top Hiking Trails in Philadelphia for Kids

    September 24, 2024

    Family hiking trips offer the perfect opportunity to fully enjoy the crisp air and crunchy leaves of fall, writes Maureen Rayburn for Mommy Poppins. Luckily,…

  • Wissahickon Valley Park
    Outdoors

    2 Philadelphia Bridges to Be Renovated Thanks to Federal Grant Money

    May 11, 2024

    Two bridges over the Wissahickon Creek in Northwest Philadelphia will be rebuilt to help them withstand the pressures of traffic and climate-driven increased flooding thanks…

  • Runners at the Broad Street Run.
    Outdoors

    Why Philadelphia is an Ideal City For Runners

    April 30, 2024

    With several amazing routes, fun and frequent events, and plenty of available resources, Philadelphia is the perfect city for both seasoned runners and those who…

  • Wissahickon Valley Park visitor
    Outdoors

    Everything You Need to Know About Exploring Wissahickon Valley Park

    February 14, 2024

    If you are planning to explore Wissahickon Valley Park and its over 1,800 acres and more than 50 miles of trail, it is best to…

  • 9012 Crefeld Street
    Chestnut Hill, Residential Real Estate & Development

    House of the Week: 7,700 Square Feet in Chestnut Hill with Amazing Views of Wissahickon Valley Park

    September 29, 2023

    A beautiful traditional home on one lovely acre with six bedrooms and five full and two half bathrooms that spans 7,700 square feet is available…

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